RFP New Aquatic Center

Forest Hills Public Schools is seeking sealed bids for a new aquatic center project through Owen-Ames-Kimball Co., located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, within Kent County. The procurement involves construction of a comprehensive aquatic facility, with bidders required to demonstrate at least five years of experience in similar projects and possess appropriate licensing and financial resources. A mandatory pre-bid construction meeting is scheduled for August 28th, 2025, at 2:00 PM at the project site, with sealed bids due on September 23rd, 2025, at 11:00 AM local time. Bidders must submit proposals in triplicate, including a 5% bid security or bid bond and a sworn Familial Disclosure Statement. Bid documents are available on the Owen-Ames-Kimball website and at various Builders Exchange plan rooms throughout Michigan. The bid opening will be conducted publicly at the O-A-K Operations Center, with options for in-person attendance or viewing via a YouTube live stream.

Bid submissions are restricted to reputable organizations meeting specific qualifications, with no explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises mentioned in the documentation. Contracts exceeding $50,000 will require successful bidders to secure Performance, Labor, and Material bonds from a surety company with an A- or better rating. Electronic submissions are not permitted, with only mailed bids accepted. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the requirement for bid securities and performance bonds suggests a substantial project investment. No information regarding incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration is provided in the available documentation. Potential bidders must carefully review all requirements, including the necessity of submitting a comprehensive bid package that demonstrates technical capability, financial stability, and compliance with specified project guidelines.